Chamard Vineyards Bistro Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Chamard Vineyards Bistro, a hidden gem nestled in Clinton, CT. This winery bistro combines breathtaking views with a thoughtfully crafted menu, offering a delightful culinary experience. The menu features exquisite red wines like the Malbec 2020 and the Classe Héritage Blend 2019, perfect companions to their innovative dishes.
Start your meal with their standout Camembert En Croute, a creamy delight that pairs beautifully with the winery’s offerings. For salads, the Harvest Salad with fresh local pears and candied pecans is a refreshing choice. Don’t miss the succulent duck, highly praised for its crispy skin and moist interior – a real crowd favorite!
Accompanied by impeccable service and a stunning ambiance within the winery, Chamard Vineyards Bistro truly delivers an extraordinary dining experience that keeps patrons returning for more.
Red Wines
Classe Héritage Primitivo 2018
Bottle. Earthy & rustic boasting berries, vanilla & spice.
Classe Héritage Merlot 2018
Bottle. Ripe fruit, structured tannins, followed by a smooth, round finish.
Estate Rosé 2020
Bottle. Dry and bright with subtle hints of white peach and strawberry.
Malbec 2020
Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
Bottle. Tart red fruit, cedar and spice, soft tannins.
Composition III 2018
Classe Héritage Blend 2019
Bottle. Grenache, Syrah, Mouvédre Rhone style blend.
Stone Cold Red
Juicy dark fruit, serve chilled
Classe Héritage 70/30 2019
Bottle. Bordeaux style Cab/Merlot blend, full bodied bouquet.
Composition No. II 2017
Bottle. Full bodied blend, dark cherry, vanilla, clove and black pepper spice. Limited edition.
Petite Sirah 2019
Bottle. Herbaceous bouquet, blackberry, smooth tannins.
Rosé Le Doux 2022
Bottle. Sweet confections of ripe strawberry & melon.
Composition No. I 2016
Bottle. Full bodied blend, rich dark black fruit with earth and mocha. Limited edition.
Old Vine Zinfandel 2020
Harvest Salad
Red endive, baby arugula, candied pecans, goat cheese, diced local pears, honey dijon vinaigrette
Baby Kale Salad
Baby kale, ginger-white miso vinaigrette, artichoke hearts, grape tomatoes, shredded carrots, cucumbers
Spring Salad
Mixed field greens, herbed goat cheese, sliced radish, preserved lemon oil, raspberry vinaigrette, blueberries, toasted almonds
Lyonnaise Salad
Frisée, applewood smoked bacon lardons, brioche croutons, apple cider dijon vinaigrette, poached farm egg
Butter & Blue Salad
Hydro butter lettuce,radicchio, toasted walnuts,shaved blue cheese, walnutvinaigrette.
Salads
Openers
Assortiments De Fromage
Artisanal cheeses, marcona almonds, grapes, local honeycomb, and warm baguette.
Assiette De Charcuterie
Serrano ham, copa, salami, pâté de campagne, cornichons, caramelized onion compote, dijon mustard, and warm baguette.
Camembert En Croute
Creamy camembert wrapped in puff pastry, salted caramel sauce, apples, and warm baguette.
Ribeye Steak Sandwich
Sautéed pepper & onions, bluecheese, arugula, grilledbaguette, mixed greens salad. Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs reduces the risk of food borne illness.
Four Mile River FarmBurger
Grass fed local beef, dijonnaise, caramelized onion compote, baby arugula, Swiss cheese, brioche roll with pomme frites and garlic aioli*Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs reduces the risk of food borne illness.
Chicken Forestiere
Pan roasted free range chicken breast, wild mushrooms, roasted red peppers, leeks, artichoke hearts, creme fraiche, fond de volatile, potato puree
Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich
Organic grilled chicken breast, Serrano ham, Swiss cheese, baby spinach, truffle aioli, toasted ciabatta bread
Grilled Cheese
Multigrain Whole G Pullman, Swiss & Gouda, caramelized onions, mixed green salad
Croque Madame
Grilled black forest ham &Swiss, fried farm egg &mornay sauce on sourdough, mixed green salad* Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs reduces the risk of food-borne illness.
Parisian Gnocchi
Handmade gnocchi, roasted tomatoes, asparagus tips, english peas, artichoke hearts, vegetable broth, herbed ricotta
Pork Schnitzel
Pan fried breaded pork cutlet, homemade spaetzle, braised cabbage, capers and lemon
Grilled SwordfishSandwich
Caper basil mayonnaise, babyspinach, pickled shishitopeppers, toasted ciabatta. Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs reduces the risk of food borne illness.
Main Acts
White Wines
Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2022
Bottle. Rich and elegant palate of citrus, vanilla and oak, barrel aged.
Stone Cold White
Bottle. Crisp citrus with subtle honeysuckle notes, semi-dry.
Estate Riesling 2022
Bottle. Dry Riesling with notes of grapefruit, apple and floral aromatics.
Stone Cold Sparkling
Bottle. Sparkling estate Cayuga bursting with apple and citrus.
Estate Chardonnay Port 2014
Bottle. Sweet and golden fortified wine, perfect for after dinner.
Estate Chardonnay 2022
Bright acidity, orchard fruit, stainless steel aged
Stone Cold White Le Doux
Bottle Sweet white Cayuga fruit with tropical notes.
Shaved Brussels Sprouts
Shaved Brussels sprouts, carrot brunoise, dried cranberries, toasted pine nuts, grated nutmeg
Mac & Cheese
Campanelle pasta baked with creamy four cheese mornay sauce.
Pomme Frites
Hand cut fries, rosemary salt, roasted garlic aioli
Corn Succotash
Fresh corn sautéed with bell peppers, tomatoes, fava beans, garlic, and dill.
Marinated Olives
With a warm baguette.